Gongs and giggles at Comedy Awards

Quoted from: http://www.hellomagazine.com/

'15 DECEMBER 2005
London's most glamorous residents were rolling in the aisles on Wednesday night as a roll-call of the UK's funniest celebs turned out for this year's British Comedy Awards. And with Robbie Williams and Samuel L Jackson both in attendance for the side-splitting event, there was no shortage of star power at the glitzy bash.
Robbie Williams was on hand to

present Ant and Dec with the

people's choice trophy

Photo: © Empics

Little Britain's David Walliams and Matt Lucas were given plenty of reason to celebrate after picking up the best TV comedy gong for the second year running, while small screen veterans Victoria Wood and Julia Walters were likewise honoured, with an outstanding achievement trophy in recognition of their work together over the past 25 years. But perhaps the most noteworthy winner of the night was the relatively unknown Ashley Jensen, who took home the prizes for best actress and best newcomer for her role as Maggie in Extras. "I'm a wee bit speechless, and anyone who knows me knows that's an accomplishment," said the 36-year-old. "I'm completely blown away by the whole thing. It's a dream. I'm happy I won, but the prize was getting my job so anything else is a big bonus." Among the other performers popping open the bubbly were Paul O'Grady, who was named entertainment personality of the year, and Help star Chris Langham, who triumphed in the best actor category. Political satire The Thick Of It emerged as best new comedy, while Shameless took the honours for best comedy drama.'